The Best Way to Apply Liquid Foundation - Maybelline (2025)

Liquid foundation comes in a variety of finishes, including:

• Dewy: This finish gives skin a luminous, hydrated look. You can get this finish with Fit Me® Dewy + Smooth Foundation.
• Matte: This finish gives skin a smooth, poreless look. This look can be achieved with Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Foundation.
• Natural: This finish gives skin a more natural look, with some visible texture. You can achieve this finish with a skin tint liquid foundation like Super Stay® Up to 24HR Skin Tint.
• Luminous: This finish gives skin a radiant, glowing look. You’ll shine with Super Stay® Lumi-Matte Foundation.

Choose the finish that best suits your skin type and desired look.

How to Apply Liquid Foundation with a Brush

Step 1: Prep your skin

Cleanse and moisturize your skin and apply primerto create a smooth, even base for your foundation.

Step 2: Dot foundation onto your face

Apply small dots of foundation to your forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin.

Step 3: Blend the foundation

Use a brush to blend the foundation outward from the center of your face. Be sure to blend in all areas, including your hairline, jawline, and neck.

How to Apply Liquid Foundation with a Sponge

Step 1: Dampen your sponge

Wet your sponge with water and squeeze out the excess.

Step 2: Apply foundation to the sponge

Dot foundation onto the sponge.

Step 3: Blend the foundation

Use the sponge to blend the foundation onto your face, using a bouncing motion. Be sure to blend in all areas, including your hairline, jawline, and neck.

How to Apply Liquid Foundation with Your Fingers

Step 1: Prep your hands and foundation

Start with clean, dry hands. Dot a small amount of foundation onto the back of your hand and rub it between your fingers to warm it up.

Step 2: Apply foundation to your face

Use your fingers to apply the foundation to your face, starting in the center and blending outward.

Step 3: Blend the foundation

Use your fingers to blend the foundation into your skin, using a circular motion. Be sure to blend in all areas, including your hairline, jawline, and neck.

Let’s recap with some key takeaways about liquid foundation!

• Liquid foundation comes in a variety of finishes and levels of coverage so you can choose the right foundation for your skin type and desired finish.
• Prep your skin before applying by making sure your face is clean and dry. You can help your liquid foundation to last longer by starting with a makeup primer.
• Apply foundation using a brush, sponge, or your fingers depending on what sort of coverage you want.
• Always blend your foundation thoroughly, all the way out to your hairline and jawline.

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